Lot 594: Visigoths, Pseudo-Imperial series. In the name of Valentinian III. 5th century A.D. AV solidus. Uncertain mint in Gaul, probably Arelate, ca. 439-455.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 17 (Auction 320)

Description

Visigoths, Pseudo-Imperial series. In the name of Valentinian III. 5th century A.D. AV solidus (22 mm, 4.21 g, 6 h). Uncertain mint in Gaul, probably Arelate, ca. 439-455. D N PLA VALENTI-NIANVS P F AVG, rosette-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian III right / VICTORI-A AVGGG, emperor standing facing, foot resting on human-headed serpent, holding long cross and Victory on globe; R-V//COMOB. RIC 3713. Very rare. Light die-rust and a few light scratches in the fields. Very fine.

According to RIC, the Pseudo-Imperial issues of the Visigoths in Gaul were struck shortly after their defeat in 425/6 by Aetius, probably at Arelate (Arles).

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 594
Listing #: 180955
Closed: Friday, September 16, 2016 8:17:40 PM CT
Estimate: $1,500

Sold Winning Bid: $975
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Description

According to RIC, the Pseudo-Imperial issues of the Visigoths in Gaul were struck shortly after their defeat in 425/6 by Aetius, probably at Arelate (Arles).

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 594
Listing #: 180955
Closed: Friday, September 16, 2016 8:17:40 PM CT
Estimate: $1,500